Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana continues to generate buzz well ahead of its release, and the magnum opus has now reportedly secured another major partner for its theatrical rollout. According to a report by Variety India, Karan Johar's Dharma Productions has come on board to distribute the film in the Indian market, adding another prominent name to the ambitious project.As per the report, producer Namit Malhotra screened nearly 30 minutes of exclusive footage from the film for several leading distribution companies while exploring potential partners. The preview is said to have received an enthusiastic response, with Dharma Productions emerging as one of the studios keen to associate with the epic after being impressed by the footage.The report further states that discussions between the makers and Dharma Productions initially began at a valuation of around Rs. 500 crore before both parties eventually arrived at a deal worth approximately Rs. 250 crore. With Dharma now reportedly handling the film's domestic distribution, the studio is expected to mount an extensive release strategy to ensure Ramayana reaches audiences across the country on a massive scale.For the unversed, Ramayana has been envisioned as a two-part cinematic saga starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The first installment is slated to arrive in cinemas during Diwali 2026, while the second part is expected to follow in 2027.On the international front, Warner Bros. is expected t